Coordinator of School Partnerships

The Woodruff Arts Center

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of School Partnerships ensures meaningful access to the High Museum of Art for prekindergarten to university-level students and teachers through the museum’s school partnership programs, such as Academic Affiliates and school district partners. This role manages both the logistics and relationships that support participating schools, with a focus on creating welcoming and inclusive experiences. The coordinator supports on-site group arrival and engagement, ensuring that participants receive high-quality, logistically smooth visits. Part of the High’s Learning and Civic Engagement department, this role cultivates growth through inquiry and connection to self, others, and the wider world, in alignment with the museum’s mission, values, and educational methods.

Requirements

Strong organizational and administrative skills, including budget tracking.
Excellent relationship-building, communication, and collaboration skills.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work independently and with a variety of people, and a professional demeanor.
2–3 years of experience in program coordination, community engagement, or education required
Clear, professional speaking skills for interacting with students, teachers, chaperones and administrators
Ability to write clear, concise emails and reports
Basic math and numerical reasoning skills for data accuracy, measurements, and record keeping.
Ability to use basic math skills for tracking, organizing, and verifying information.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in education, visual arts, nonprofit management, or related field preferred
Experience working with school groups or youth audiences strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary on-site contact for school group arrivals and departures.
Oversee arrival and on-site experience for partner school groups.
Greet and orient students, teachers, and chaperones, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Collaborate with Education division colleagues and Coordinator of Gallery Learning, as well as Guest Relations, Security, Housekeeping, Special Events, and other departments to ensure seamless group entry and movement.
Assign and connect school groups with docents and teaching artists.
Troubleshoot real-time scheduling or logistical issues with professionalism and solutions-oriented mindset.
Maintain daily schedules and ensure all stakeholders are informed of changes or updates.
Administer the Academic Affiliate and school district partnership programs, alongside members of the Education team.
Serve as primary contact for participating partner schools, building strong, supportive relationships.
Track participation data and support reporting on program impact and reach.
Coordinate scheduling for school partnership visits in alignment with overall fieldtrip calendar.
Maintain accurate records and communication with schools regarding visit logistics.
Work closely with the Education team to align fieldtrip logistics with program goals.
Support training and communication with docents and teaching artists related to group management.
Assist with departmental administrative tasks including scheduling, documentation, and supply coordination.
Participate in Education department programs and special events as needed.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Life and AD&D
Dental
Vision
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Plan
403b (with employer match!)
Financial Wellness Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays (including your birthday!)
Discounts and complimentary offers to visit the High Museum, Alliance Theatre and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra